Get your gear right and beautiful property listings will follow.
Entry-level cameras 1
Canon EOS 4000D
Looking for a low-cost DSLR that will capture beautiful property photos? You can’t go wrong with this 18 megapixel ‘entry-level’ Canon. Buy the body only and get the Sigma wide-angle lens (see below). Buy on Amazon >
Nikon D3500
This Nikon costs a little more than the Canon but it still won’t break the bank. It’s another brilliant option for an ‘entry-level’ DSLR with a 24 megapixel sensor. Buy the body only and get the Sigma wide-angle lens (see below). Buy on Amazon >
Intermediate cameras (Built in HDR) 1
Canon EOS 80D
Spashing out will get you more features. This 24 megapixel Canon packs a punch with loads of high specs including that all important built in HDR functionality. Buy the body only and get the Sigma wide-angle lens (see below). Buy on Amazon >
Nikon D7500
Another high-spec beast is this 21 megapixel Nikon, loads of advances stuff to caputure excellent shots; also includes the built in HDR functionality. Buy the body only and get the Sigma wide-angle lens (see below). Buy on Amazon >
Wide Angle Lens 1
Sigma Wide-Angle Lens (Canon Fit)
You’ll need a lens to bolt onto your DSLR. Go for this Sigma 10-20mm f3.5 EX DC HSM Lens – it’s incredible and worth every penny. The 10mm focal length fits loads of the room in shot, even in small bathrooms. Buy the CANON fit on Amazon >
Sigma Wide-Angle Lens (Nikon Fit)
You’ll need a lens to bolt onto your DSLR. Go for this Sigma 10-20mm f3.5 EX DC HSM Lens – it’s incredible and worth every penny. The 10mm focal length fits loads of the room in shot, even in small bathrooms. Buy the NIKON fit on Amazon >
Accessories 1
SanDisk 128GB Memory Card
You’ll need a memory card like this one to store your image on. There are loads of SD cards to choose from – no need to over complicate it; we use this one as it ticks all the boxes for property photography. Buy on Amazon >
Manfrotto Compact Tripod
As you know, we’re not the biggest advocates of tripods. But, they are essential of you want to do a spot of dusk photography. You must use one of these to keep the camera still. Manfrotto are one of the leading brands so get this one. Buy on Amazon >
Neewer 6-In-1 Timer Shutter Release
You’ll need one of these if shooting in ultra low light conditions, such as dusk photography. This one comes with all the fitting for most camera makes. Plug it in and press the button to ensure zero camera shake. Buy on Amazon >
Floorplan Equipment 1
Leica Disto
Get this ultra-cool laser disto for easily and accuratley measuring rooms at the touch of a button. Leica are the best in the business for these nifty gadgets. This one measures upto 40 meters, add one to your toolkit today. Buy on Amazon >
Silvine A4 Graph Paper
Okay, you may think we’re going overboard recommending paper! But, if you’re producing floorplans with good old pencil and paper, get this graph paper with thick and thin lines. It will help make your floorplan job much easier. Buy on Amazon >
PaperMate 0.7 mm Pencils
Why stop at paper?! These pencils are great, get the 0.7mm lead thickness so you’re not snapping the tip all the time. We like them as they’ve got the eraser on the end – much needed as no one gets a floorplan exactly right first time! Buy on Amazon >
